by Rainier on Feb. 4, 2009 @ 3:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Phantasy Star Portable includes the original PSU content, the Ambition of the Illuminus expansion pack, 4-player local multiplayer, PSP exclusive bosses and weapons, and a new History mode playable as a new character Vivienne.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 6:27 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, sequel to Naughty Dog's 2007 PS3-exclusive action/adventure game, revolves around 13th century explorer Marco Polo, putting the focus on story, stealth gameplay and a free climbing mechanic.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 6:18 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The PC Gaming Alliance, a nonprofit corporation dedicated to driving the worldwide growth of PC gaming, announced the addition of representatives from Capcom and The Guildhall at Southern Methodist University (SMU) to their Board of Directors.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 5:44 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Zen Studios announced The Punisher: No Mercy coming exclusively to PlayStation Network. For the first time on consoles, you’ll see the Marvel Universe through a first-person perspective in some intense arena-based multiplayer action, complete with characters like Jigsaw, Bushwacker, Barracuda and even Silver Sable.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 5:42 p.m. PST | Filed under
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A little while back Good Old Games signed an agreement with FireFly Studios to add its historic RTS series, starting with
Stronghold and now it has also added
Stronghold: Crusader. Also added is JoWood's third-person role-playing game Gothic 2 Gold.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 5:37 p.m. PST | Filed under
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World of Cars Online is a 3D online world based on the hit movie CARS. Players will be able to take an amazing ride into a wacky world full of fun and adventure by designing their own car, becoming a racing legend, making new friends, and playing mini-games with Lightning McQueen and the rest of the cast.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 5:12 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Rock Band 2 builds upon the original to introduce co-op band gameplay, multiple instruments, online multiplayer, unparalleled downloadable content and raises the bar by delivering an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and features.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 2:58 p.m. PST | Filed under
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EA's Q3 2008 financial results reveal a slight increase in revenue, but higher than expected expenses and losses on investments resulted in a $641 million net loss, compared to 2007's $33 million. In addition to the previously announced
The Sims 3 and
Dragon Age: Origins delays, EA is also pushing back The Godfather II until fiscal 2010 (April 1 - June 30). EA had
already announced it would close nine studios and lay off 10% of its employees, but in light of the actual results it will now close 3 additional locations and dismiss 11% of its staff. In the follow up conference call, EA CEO John Riccitiello revealed that Dead Space is coming to the Wii, while early next year we can expect Bad Company 2 (X360/PS3) and Mass Effect 2 (X360/PC).
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 2:45 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sonic's Ultimate Genesis Collection, aka SEGA Mega Drive Ultimate Collection, will feature the best first-party games from SEGA’s venerable 16-bit Genesis years as well as bonus content from its 8-bit Master System and 1980s arcade era games library.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 2:10 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Burnout Paradise gives players license to wreak havoc in Paradise City, a seamless racing battleground, with massive traffic-heavy roads to abuse. The PC edition will be customized with expanded online features, and community-driven content.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 2:05 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Dragon Age: Origins represents BioWare’s return to its roots, delivering a fusion of elements from existing fantasy works with emotionally-driven narrative, heart-pounding combat, powerful magic abilities and credible digital actors.Originally scheduled for "early 2009," Bioware has delayed the game until "last half of 2009" to coincide with the console versions..
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 2:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Atlus U.S.A. announced that its delaying fours of its upcoming titles. Tokyo Beat Down (NDS), Hammerin' Hero (PSP), The Dark Spire (NDS) and Steal Princess (NDS) are all getting pushed back from their original dates to late March, mid April.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 1:51 p.m. PST | Filed under
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What if you had to live your whole life in one location … and then one day, suddenly, you could step outside and go anywhere in the whole neighborhood? The Sims 3 gives you the freedom to create unique Sims and immerse them in your own living neighborhood of endless possibility! As we
hinted at last month, EA has officially pushed back The Sims 3's Feb. 2009 release date until June 2, 2009.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 12:44 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Armed with iconic moves from rigorous assassin training, including "Curving Bullets" and "Bullet Explosion," as well an arsenal of powerful, high-tech weapons, players will explore Wesley’s quest to becoming an unmatched uberassassin in fast-paced, action-packed combat against the world’s most notorious killers.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 12:09 p.m. PST | Filed under
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D3Publisher of America's Puzzle Quest: Galactrix, developed by Infinite Interactive, incorporates a powerful blend of casual and hardcore gameplay elements, similar to Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords, into an all-new futuristic, science-fiction setting.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 11:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set in the year 1939, Indiana Jones and the Staff of Kings follows the rogue archaeologist on an all-new globe-trotting quest. From San Francisco's Chinatown to the lush jungles of Panama, Indy must use his whip, fists and wits to fight through ruthless opposition as he spars with his nemesis, Magnus Völler, in a race for a relic of biblical proportions — the Staff of Moses.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 10:27 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft announced it will be expanding its studio operations to Vancouver, BC, Canada through the acquisition of video game developer Action Pants Inc. The studio currently employs more than 110 video game developers, and is working on a new Wii exclusive sports title, as well as unannounced PS3/X360 titles.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 10:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Warrior Epic is a free to download & play online action/RPG set in an original fantasy universe, where players can utilize a wide selection of warrior classes to go out raiding dungeons in a variety of novel environments. Warrior Epic let you play co-op campaigns or slug it out with friends in PVP.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 9:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Developed by the creative team behind PaRappa the Rapper Masaya Matsuura and New York artist Rodney Alan Greenblat, Major Minor’s Majestic March turns the Wiimote into a “special” baton that the bandleader, Major Minor, uses to keep tempo, recruit new band members and pick up valuable items.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 9:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 9:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Prototype tells the story of Alex Mercer - a man haunted by his past, fighting a secret war in New York City. As the action spirals out of control, a conspiracy tied to his origins threatens the future of mankind itself.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 9:25 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Stronghold Crusader Extreme features huge battles with over 10000 units on screen, a new Extreme Trail which will test even the best Crusader players and a new tactical aid bar which allows you to unleash super moves on your enemies.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 8:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SEGA announced a continuation of their existing partnership with Marvel Entertainment to include Iron Man 2, the video game. The multi-platform title is slated to come out in 2010 along with the Marvel Studios film of the same name.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 8:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Resident Evil 5 promising to revolutionize the survival horror series by delivering an unbelievable level of detail, realism and control.
by Rainier on Feb. 3, 2009 @ 8:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Activision announced its plans for the New York Comic Con show on Feb. 6-8, 2009. where it will have Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2, Prototype and X-Men Origins: Wolverine on display, with both hands-on demos and producer-led demonstrations, special trailers featuring never before seen game footage, as well as panel presentations on all three titles, presided by the developers and writers.